Physical Description

Sour milk looks like regular milk but is slightly thickened from the acidity in the vinegar or lemon juice.

Colors: white

Tasting Notes

Flavors: sour

Mouthfeel: Tart, Sour, Bitter

Food complements: Baked goods, Pastry

Substitutes: Buttermilk

Selecting and Buying

Buying: It's unlikely that you will find sour milk at the grocer. Usually the amount called for in recipes in relatively small, so it's just as easy and cost effective to make at home using lemon juice or vinegar.